Tourism ministers also emphasized climate adaptation, disaster preparedness, and coordinated crisis communication to protect destinations and tourism-dependent communities during major disruptions.
The hospital’s PHP858.54-million reconstruction was funded through support from KOICA, the Department of Health, and the local government of Eastern Samar.
DSWD reminded the public that compassion and respectful intervention are essential when helping people who may be experiencing serious mental health challenges.
Expansion plans for the Conrado F. Estrella Regional Medical and Trauma Center gained additional space following DOH’s acceptance of the donated property.
DOH is using the e-MAIFIP system to streamline applications and speed up assistance processing at participating public and private healthcare facilities.
The planned center will provide residents with closer access to specialized treatment that previously may have required travel outside southern Negros.
The first nighttime Peñafrancia fluvial procession became a historic gathering, with an estimated 1.2 million devotees participating across Naga City on Saturday.